Fishing rodeo may help a child learn how to read

Published: Friday, October 26, 2007 at 6:01 a.m.

Last Modified: Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 11:00 p.m.

If fishing for a cause is something you love, then donít miss the Learning Center of Louisiana Fishing Rodeo.

The one-day fishing event will be held from daylight to 3 p.m. Oct. 27 at Oakridge Park on North Alex Plaisance Boulevard (off La. 3235) in Golden Meadow.

The rodeo and other Learning Center of Louisiana-sponsored events hope to have a good turnout to benefit the nonprofit agency which opens learning centers around the state, where children who struggle with dyslexia can spend their after-school hours receiving additional help learning to read and write.

"Weíre really trying hard to turn kids around into having a better chance in life," Rodeo chairman Russell Danos said. "Itís a group that really has a great track record and has made many positive changes for kids."

Adult and childrenís divisions are included in the fresh/saltwater rodeo and includes the categories of redfish, speckled trout, drum and flounder. Sheepshead and catfish also are included in the childrenís division.

If youíre not busy fishing, head down to the park for some fun events being held on the grounds of the park. Starting at 11 a.m., there will be live music, with a performance by Dream Junkies.

In addition to the fishing fun, there will be a live auction that includes many Cajun and south Louisiana items. The auction also features a picture from Tan Brunet, a local artist and world-champion duck carver.

A classic car show on the grounds of the park will feature about 25 remodeled cars. And if youíre hungry, you can purchase a plate lunch or many of the other concessions that will be for sale.

This is the second year the rodeo has been held, and all proceeds benefit The Learning Center of Louisiana.

Danos encourages people to go to the event to support the children who benefit from the center.

Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased the day of the rodeo. For more information, call 693-7716.

<p>If fishing for a cause is something you love, then don’t miss the Learning Center of Louisiana Fishing Rodeo.</p><p>The one-day fishing event will be held from daylight to 3 p.m. Oct. 27 at Oakridge Park on North Alex Plaisance Boulevard (off La. 3235) in Golden Meadow.</p><p>The rodeo and other Learning Center of Louisiana-sponsored events hope to have a good turnout to benefit the nonprofit agency which opens learning centers around the state, where children who struggle with dyslexia can spend their after-school hours receiving additional help learning to read and write.</p><p>"We’re really trying hard to turn kids around into having a better chance in life," Rodeo chairman Russell Danos said. "It’s a group that really has a great track record and has made many positive changes for kids."</p><p>Adult and children’s divisions are included in the fresh/saltwater rodeo and includes the categories of redfish, speckled trout, drum and flounder. Sheepshead and catfish also are included in the children’s division.</p><p>If you’re not busy fishing, head down to the park for some fun events being held on the grounds of the park. Starting at 11 a.m., there will be live music, with a performance by Dream Junkies.</p><p>In addition to the fishing fun, there will be a live auction that includes many Cajun and south Louisiana items. The auction also features a picture from Tan Brunet, a local artist and world-champion duck carver.</p><p>A classic car show on the grounds of the park will feature about 25 remodeled cars. And if you’re hungry, you can purchase a plate lunch or many of the other concessions that will be for sale.</p><p>This is the second year the rodeo has been held, and all proceeds benefit The Learning Center of Louisiana.</p><p>Danos encourages people to go to the event to support the children who benefit from the center.</p><p>Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased the day of the rodeo. For more information, call 693-7716.</p>